Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Jacksonville Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jacksonville Beach

With a population of 21,362, Jacksonville Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Jacksonville Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Jacksonville Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Eleven South Bistro (216 11th Avenue South) and O-Ku - Jacksonville Beach (502 1st St N) are great picks.

When to visit Jacksonville Beach

Jacksonville Beach in November
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jacksonville Beach in November
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jacksonville Beach in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 44.6 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 7.6″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Jacksonville Beach, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Jacksonville Beach

Plane

Although Jacksonville Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jacksonville Airport (JAX), which is located 22 miles from Jacksonville Beach. Jacksonville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Jacksonville Beach departs from Knoxville and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Jacksonville Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Jacksonville Beach to Fort Lauderdale takes 8h 06m and costs around $87 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Miami, expect to pay about $68 for a 8h 46m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Jacksonville Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 121 miles from Jacksonville Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Jacksonville Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jacksonville Airport (JAX), which is located 22 miles from Jacksonville Beach. Jacksonville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Jacksonville Beach departs from Knoxville and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Jacksonville Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Jacksonville Beach to Fort Lauderdale takes 8h 06m and costs around $87 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Miami, expect to pay about $68 for a 8h 46m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Jacksonville Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 121 miles from Jacksonville Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Jacksonville Beach

Airlines serving Jacksonville Beach

KLM
Good (1,478 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,872 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,830 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,358 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,286 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,906 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,158 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,556 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,510 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,548 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,856 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,375 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (396 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,184 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,134 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jacksonville Beach

Average rates range from around $231 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $295 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jacksonville Beach

Most booked hotels in Jacksonville Beach

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, 53 reviews)
$589+
The Lodge and Club at Ponte Vedra Beach
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 101 reviews)
$533+
Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville Beach By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1258 reviews)
$147+
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1605 reviews)
$194+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Jacksonville Beach Oceanfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 256 reviews)
$215+
Hampton Inn Jacksonville/Ponte Vedra Beach-Mayo Clinic Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 978 reviews)
$151+

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Jacksonville.

Expect to pay $4.09 per gallon in Jacksonville Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $49.06 and $65.41. The most frequently booked car type in Jacksonville Beach is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Ford Transit Connect Cargo or similar) are, on average, 91% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Jacksonville.

Expect to pay $4.09 per gallon in Jacksonville Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $49.06 and $65.41. The most frequently booked car type in Jacksonville Beach is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Ford Transit Connect Cargo or similar) are, on average, 91% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.